Welcome to the transition from newborn sleep to infant sleep! Though many mamas, including us here at Expectful, commonly refer to any baby between 1 month old and 1 year…
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common transmittable virus that affects the respiratory tracts of most children before their second birthday. In most babies, RSV causes just a cold, however,…
To my firstborn, I’m nervous too. I don’t know what a new baby will bring. I don’t know how it will change our dynamic. I don’t know what it will…
A mom friend who had older kids once told me that pregnancy is a constant state of worry until you hold your newborn in your arms. (And then, it’s a…
Hey Mums and Dads, I know you have a lot on your mind to say. I know you have so many unanswered questions. I know the role of a parent…
As soon as babies begin to grow hair, mums often want to try various beautiful hairstyles on them, but sometimes do not know what styles to try on their babies…
Mums often seek for ways to grow their baby’s hair and are sometimes worried when there seems to be a stunted growth in the hair. But, did you know that…
Pregnancy can be quite a strenuous period for the most part of it, as there are countless times you feel like just relaxing, laying in bed sleeping and not doing…
As you prepare for your baby’s arrival and begin checking items off your to-do list, you’ve probably started thinking about baby names. There are so many avenues of inspiration—whether you…
In the vast sea of unique baby name choices, sometimes what you’re really looking for is a name that starts with a particular letter. Sure there are names that mean…
If you’re actively trying to conceive (TTC) or planning on trying in the near future, here are some things you can do now (and ongoing) to prepare you, your body,…
Maternity leave, paternity leave, parental leave, family leave — all refer to the formal or informal period of time taken around the time of birth and into the first few weeks and…
After you and your baby has had a wonderful baby bath time it’s essential that you have these items close by. they are critical and can save you and your…
Having a baby is an exciting thing I always stay and staying alert to take care of your baby is necessary. Babies wander and play a lot. Having these baby…
Mums sure do need ample time to rest at night, particularly due to the daily stress of catering for their newborn and family during the day. But just when you…
Two pink lines appeared on a pregnancy test after exactly three minutes of waiting—changing my life forever. It was two days before I was supposed to start my period, and…
It’s so captivating to capture moments with your baby, both candid and aware, as those experiences are priceless. However, there are occasions where parents need their babies to pose for…
Ok gift givers, you have 48 hours (give or take) to show up on Christmas with a gift for your brother/sister/daughter/son/friends/etc. who are new parents. Here are 5 cannot-fail, last-minute…
Everyone gets stressed. In fact, our bodies and brains are designed to handle certain amounts of stress. But when reasonable stress turns into unmanageable stress, problems can occur. When it…
Dressing is an essential need of your newborn, and as a parent, you always want to get it right in this aspect. One of the foremost thoughts that comes to…